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Ideas for Architecture, Construction, and Design Internship Opportunities

Organizational Development / Nicki Sanders

Sawhorse Revolution teaching construction, building community at same time By Josh Kerns, KIRO Radio Reporter A student works with her mentor in the non-profit Sawhorse Revolution, which teaches high school students construction skills while building structures for the community. We hear all the time about how underprivileged young people badly need job skills, […]

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Should I Draft An Internship Handbook?

Organizational Development / Nicki Sanders

Are you wondering what the purpose an internship handbook serves? Are you unsure if you should spend the time and effort to draft one? I believe that an internship handbook is an important communication tool between you and your intern. It is the starting point for a safe and productive work place. It

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Set The Intention for Your Internship Program

Organizational Development / Nicki Sanders

Intention – the thing that you plan to do or achieve: an aim or purpose; a determination to act in a certain way Success is not a matter of happenstance. Success is intentional. “Set The Intention” is perhaps the most important advice I can

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Ask These Types of Questions When Interviewing Interns

Organizational Development / Nicki Sanders

Hiring is perhaps the most important part of working with interns. Remember, you can teach new skills and specific techniques but you can’t teach character. Look for an intern who shares your core beliefs. Ask a variety of questions to get to know more about the applicant you are interviewing. Basic Interview Questions:

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Employers Also Have Internship Rights

Organizational Development / Nicki Sanders

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) defines the term “employ” very broadly as including to “suffer or permit to work.” Covered and non-exempt individuals who are “suffered or permitted” to work must be compensated under the law for the services they perform for an employer. Internships in the “for-profit” private sector will most often

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Don’t Hire An Intern When You’re Desperate

Organizational Development / Nicki Sanders

Hiring is the most important component of your internship program. Please don’t rush the hiring process. Finding the right intern can help you increase your productivity and profits while training the next generation of super employees. I understand that you are busy and need additional support. I understand that you may be so

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Interns Fired For Requesting Changes to Dress Code

Organizational Development / Nicki Sanders

I was fired from my internship for writing a proposal for a more flexible dress code by Alison Green A note about this post, which is being linked to from all over the internet: This situation is not about “young people today.” The letter-writer’s generation is far from the first to bridle at dress codes or

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This Will Make You A Horrible Internship Manager

Organizational Development / Nicki Sanders

A quality internship offers the opportunity to acquire practical experience in an environment with an experienced professional. Interns in this setting are able to develop professional connections and meet their learning objectives. Don’t be a horrible internship manager. Avoid these 10 things if you want to offer a quality internship opportunity. Don’t provide

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5 Tips For Offering A Great Internship Opportunity

Organizational Development / Nicki Sanders

The probability of attracting the best and brightest interns is increased when you offer a valuable learning experience. Determine why you need an intern and set clear internship goals. Be clear and consistent in your expectations of interns. Always explain to interns how they will contribute to the team environment and help

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Get Hired As An Intern: Land the Internship of Your Dreams Ebook

Career Development / Nicki Sanders

Get Hired As An Intern: Land the Internship of Your Dreams Kindle Edition The economy and job market continue to evolve, yet internships are still a viable option to gain practical work experience and stand out in the crowd – perhaps now more than ever. As an emerging professional striving for economic self-sufficiency,

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Should I Draft An Internship Handbook?

Set The Intention for Your Internship Program

Employers Also Have Internship Rights

Don’t Hire An Intern When You’re Desperate

Interns Fired For Requesting Changes to Dress Code

5 Tips For Offering A Great Internship Opportunity

Get Hired As An Intern: Land the Internship of Your Dreams Ebook

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